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A tale of beef and butterflies – creation of a wildflower meadow

By Adam Bratt – Farm Operations Manager, Nethercott House On winter evenings at Nethercott after the children have had their tea, the cattle need to be fed. All the cattle are settled in the barn, lying in their deep straw...
A tale of beef and butterflies – creation of a wildflower meadow
  • 14/07/2025

    Corporate teams go the extra mile

    From Paris to pedal power: how our supporters have been cycling (and more) to support Farms for City Children this summer. Over the last few months, we’ve seen an incredible wave of energy from our corporate supporters — all finding…

  • 05/07/2025

    A tale of beef and butterflies – creation of a wildflower meadow

    By Adam Bratt – Farm Operations Manager, Nethercott House On winter evenings at Nethercott after the children have had their tea, the cattle need to be fed. All the cattle are settled in the barn, lying in their deep straw…

  • 26/06/2025

    How to feed the hens: A short guide

    Feeding the hens is more than just topping up the grain – it’s a chance to connect, learn and build confidence. On our farms, children help feed our chickens in three different ways, each one teaching something a little different….

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